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Man cut in half by forklift shares devastating announcement after heartbreak

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Loren lost his lower half in the accident (Image: Sabia and Loren/youtube)
Loren lost his lower half in the accident (Image: Sabia and Loren/youtube)

A man who was split in half by a forklift has shared a heartbreaking message, saying he's been finding it hard to make friends recently.

In a tragic workplace accident in 2019, Loren Schauers was cut into two when the forklift he was driving fell off a bridge and landed on him. Despite losing his legs and part of his right arm in the incident, he's amazed everyone with his brave determination not to let his injuries hold him back.

He and his wife Sabia regularly share updates about their daily life, attracting loads of fans eager for more news. The couple isn't afraid to talk about tough topics that many might find uncomfortable. In his latest Facebook post, Loren has openly talked about his recent struggles to make new friends.

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Man cut in half by forklift shares devastating announcement after heartbreak qhiqhhidqeiqthprwLoren Schauers, who had his lower half amputated in 2019 (instagram.com/loren.schauers)

"Am I the only one who finds it difficult to make friends? " he pondered. "I'm never really busy doing anything, just don't know who to hit up and let into my life.", reports the Daily Star.

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Loren said he's been let down a lot and now finds it hard to trust people. He shared: "Also, been betrayed by so many 'friends' in so many ways that I might have trust issues letting people into my life, not stealing from me, taking advantage of whatever they can, stuff like that."

He added, "I know it's dumb to make it out into a Facebook post but hey! If anyone is looking for a friend! I'm always free and need to [make] some friends. Haven't hung out with anyone that isn't family in over a year it feels like lol. HMU! ".

Man cut in half by forklift shares devastating announcement after heartbreakLoren and his wife Sabia (instagram.com/loren.schauers)

People commenting were kind in their responses and things to help him feel better. One person commented, "I wish I could dude and you seem cool but Montana is faaaar from Missouri,". Someone else shared their own story: "I haven't had friends for about 3 years now. It is extremely hard to find friends. Hang in there cuzzo,". A third person wanted to help: "What can we do to help you? ? ".

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And another person said, "Ur not alone. This is something that I've struggled with since graduating high school. I was in college for over 3 years and I didn't make a single friend."

One person gave Loren advice: "My advice is to go out more or find a hobby! Whether it's to the bar for darts, the park, or even just going to the grocery store. You would be surprised how many people you meet! ".

Harry Thompson

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